Team Leader, Sheffield Blast Lane

Location: Sheffield, GB

Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter. At Network Rail, we are dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you are not just part of a team — you are part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we will do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.

If you are ready to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!

Brief Description: From establishing safety arrangements to checking the quality of work, you will direct and inspire the success of a team involved in everything from inspection and faulting, through to maintenance and renewal. Please note: There may be a requirement to work on call in this role if you opt to take the standard maintenance contract.

About The Role: We will look to you to direct, organise and motivate a high performing team. From inspection and faulting through to maintenance and renewal, you will play a hands-on role. You will make sure everything is done efficiently and to the highest standards. Safety will be a priority. You will establish appropriate safety arrangements and ensure Network Rail staff and contractors alike follow safe systems of work. Proactively controlling and checking the quality of work and the competence of your people, you will ensure that assets are fully compliant and all vehicles, plant, tools, equipment and materials are fit for purpose. Along the way, you will compile a range of vital reports.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience of organising and controlling the safe and efficient delivery of work
• Excellent communication skills, both in person and in writing
• Knowledge of discipline-specific maintenance, inspection, faulting and renewal techniques
• Knowledge of relevant standards, procedures and instructions
• A clear and inspirational leader with a strong sense of direction

Desirable Criteria:

• Hold or be working towards an NVQ level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or have attained the appropriate level of knowledge gained through equivalent relevant experience
• Able and willing to drive vehicles as required by business need

This role involves days, nights and weekend working, and is a safety critical role so subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment.

How To Apply:

Salary: £43,997

Closing date: 29/01/26. Late applications will not be accepted. Click apply now to apply.

What does our recruitment process look like? Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist will look at your CV. If your experience matches what we are looking for, you will be invited to an interview. You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you are unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.

Network Rail Benefits: To find out about what benefits we offer, click here. All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.